VU Guidelines for Professors / Consultants

Courses Needing Development/ Updating

VU requires the developed course contents in the form of: 1.     Well-rehearsed and timed recorded videos of each lesson. 2.     Support material for TV Inserts, which includes, e.g., Slides, Graphics, and Video Clips. 3.     Support material for Web Inserts, which includes e.g., Slides, Graphics, animation, and Video Clips. 4.     Assignments, exams (mid-term and final), etc. To achieve the above mentioned, responsibilities of the professor and VU are outlined in the following:

A. Responsibilities of Professor 1.     Development of a detailed course outline based on the curriculum defined by VU/HEC. Where a course outline is not available on the VU website (/AcademicPrograms/CoursesCatalogue.aspx), the Professor may wish to refer to the approved HEC curricula. However, it is assumed that the professor would be experienced enough to suggest modifications/changes to the course outlines. A lesson plan with course calendar (first lecture = day ONE), and grading scheme (weightage, etc.) should also be developed. 2.     For each lecture to be recorded:                       i.        Prepare a detailed script (for Professor’s own reference)                      ii.        Rehearse timings as per VU requirements                     iii.        Prepare slides (e.g., PPTs, to be provided electronically)                     iv.        Prepare graphics (Figure, tables, etc., to be provided electronically)                      v.        Define animations for video insertions where appropriate 3.     Recording of lectures (minimum 4) every week on scheduled days/times decided in consultation with VU and its production team. 4.     Provide lecture support materials for web-based contents in electronic form consisting of, but not limited to, the following: 1.     Lesson Notes 2.     Slides 3.     Graphics and Animations 4.     Links to other resources 5.     Further reading (support) material 6.     Solved examples 7.     Video Clips 5.     Develop homework assignments along with worked-out solutions and grading rubrics, four sets each of mid and final term exams along with worked-out solutions (the objective and subjective portion may be roughly 50% each)., all material to be submitted to VU in electronic form. 6.     All research, acquisition, and development of lecture/course support material will be the responsibility of the professor. 7.     An assistant to be provided by the professor for timing, quality assurance (QA) and insertions of slides/graphics/animation/clips in the video lecture at VU premises. 8. the professor will be responsible for reviewing the recorded lecture immediately after the recording session to identify any mistake either in content or in delivery and take necessary steps to remove the same in the next recording session.  The same review should also be used to determine the sequencing/relevance of the support material.  The material, along with the reviewed video, should be provided to VU within two days of the review. B. Responsibilities of VU 1.     Arrangement of recording shifts/sessions for the Professor in coordination with the productions team. 2.     Converting electronic materials into animations, developing any needed graphics, and preparation of slides for TV insertions for broadcast and web-based content. 3.     Putting up the web version of the lecture/notes/slides etc., on the LMS. 4.     Providing editing services for producing broadcast videos. C. General Guidelines 1.     The the total recorded time of each lecture should be strictly between 48 – 50 minutes. Rehearsals should be used to perfect the timings. 2.     The language to be used for the lectures should be extremely simple and understandable for a nation-wide audience. 3.     Wherever a possible, theory should be explained with the help of examples taken from everyday life. Again, keeping in view the nation-wide audience, the examples should be carefully chosen to be understandable for students coming from all backgrounds (big city, small town, rural areas, etc.) D. Guidelines for Preparing Proposal 1.     Interested Professors/Academics/Practitioners should send a recent CV along with a proposed outline of the course to be developed by email to course_development@vu.edu.pk. o    Course Outline Template: Download Now 2.     VU will then contact the professors for all subsequent steps of the course the development process, including auditioning, selection, detailed session plans and recording of the video lectures.

 

HEC Guideline for Degree Attestation 2013

Degree Attestation 

LOCAL DEGREES, TRANSCRIPTS (DMCs), PROVISIONAL CERTIFICATES AND DIPLOMAS

HEC does not attest "foreign degrees/Deeni Asnaad". However, their equivalence is determined by"EQUIVALENCE CELL" of HEC.

Public Awareness Notice for Degree Attestation Facility at HEC Regional Centres (Lahore and Peshawar)

In order to facilitate the general public, the Higher Education Commission (HEC) has decided to extend the facility of attestation of degrees/diplomas issued by Pakistani universities/degree awarding institutions at HEC Regional Centres.

Initially, the facility has been started at Lahore and Peshawar Centres w.e.f. June 3, 2013. Addresses of these centres are as follows:

HEC Regional Centre 

55-B/2, Gulberg III, Lahore 

Email: nhussain@hec.gov.pk

Weblink: http://www.hec.gov.pk/InsideHEC/RCenters/RCLAHORE/Pages/HEC,LahoreStandardFormating.aspx

Announcement for HEC Lahore Office

All the general public/attestation seekers are hereby informed that official timings for degree attestation is 8.00 am to 11.00 am that are closely synchronized with 50 Tokens numbers as per capacity of attestation Section at HEC Regional Centre Lahore.

Therefore, in no case more than 50 token would be issued/entertained. Issuance of tokens would either be stopped at 11:00 am or achieving maximum limit 50 tokens, whichever is earlier.

HEC Regional Centre

Phase-V, Hayatabad, Peshawar

Email: zahmad@hec.gov.pk

The procedure for submission of documents is the same as mentioned below:

Mandatory Documents for Attestation 

Original certificates/degrees from Matric onwards along with transcripts/DMCs

Original matric certificate

Original intermediate certificate

Original degree

Original transcripts/detail mark certificates (DMCs) showing date of admission and completion of program

Copy of Computerized Identity Card

Authority letter duly attested by a Grade 17 officer for the authorized person

HEC Attests degrees/transcripts and diplomas awarded by the HEC Recognized Universities/Degree Awarding Institutions of Pakistan both in public and private sector. 

Note:

· 1: Name of the Applicant must be same throughout his/her educational testimonials such as Matriculation, Intermediate, Bachelors and Masters onwards to PhD Degrees/Transcripts as well as on Computerized National Identity Card/ Passport; otherwise they would not be attested by HEC.

· 2: The Applicant’s Father Name must match on the applicant’s CNIC, Matriculation, Intermediate, Bachelors and Masters onwards to PhD Degrees/ Transcripts; otherwise they would not be attested by HEC.

· 3: Date of Birth of the applicant must match on the Applicant’s CNIC/Passport and Matriculation Certificate; otherwise they would not be attested by HEC.

· 4: Both Degrees/ Transcripts issued on the same date, or overlapping semesters between an Undergraduate Degree and a Graduate Degree will not be recognized/ attested by HEC.

Announcement for HEC Islamabad Office

All the general public/attestation seekers are hereby informed that official timings for degree attestation are 8.00 am to 11.00 am that are closely synchronized with 240 Token no. as per capacity of attestation department.

Therefore, in no case more than 240 token # would not be issued/entertained. Issuance of tokens would either be stopped at 11:00 am or achieving 240 # token, whichever is earlier.

Apply Online for Degree Attestation HEC Recognized Universities and Degree Awarding Institutions 

HEC GUIDELINES FOR BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION EDUCATION

The Higher Education Commission (HEC) in Pakistan is responsible for setting guidelines and standards for business administration education. The HEC has established specific criteria and guidelines to ensure that business administration programs in the country meet certain standards and produce graduates who are equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to succeed in the industry.

Here are some of the key guidelines and standards set by the HEC for business administration education:

1. Accreditation: The HEC requires all business administration programs to be accredited by the relevant accrediting body. This ensures that the program meets certain standards and is recognized by employers and other institutions.

2. Curriculum: The HEC sets specific guidelines for the curriculum of business administration programs. These guidelines include the inclusion of courses in areas such as management, finance, marketing, accounting, and economics. The curriculum should also include courses that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.

3. Faculty: The HEC requires business administration programs to have qualified and experienced faculty members. Faculty members should have relevant academic qualifications and professional experience in the industry.

4. Facilities: The HEC requires business administration programs to have adequate facilities such as classrooms, libraries, computer labs, and other resources necessary for teaching and learning.

5. Research: The HEC encourages business administration programs to promote research and innovation. The programs should have a research component, and faculty members and students should be encouraged to conduct research in areas relevant to the industry.

6. Continuous improvement: The HEC requires business administration programs to continuously evaluate and improve their curriculum and teaching methods. This ensures that the programs are up-to-date and relevant to the changing needs of the industry.

7. Student support: The HEC encourages business administration programs to provide adequate support to students. This includes academic counseling, career guidance, and opportunities for internships and other practical learning experiences.

Adherence to these guidelines and standards is important to ensure that business administration programs in Pakistan produce graduates who are well-equipped to succeed in the industry. The HEC continues to monitor and evaluate these programs to ensure that they meet the necessary standards and produce graduates who are capable of contributing to the development of the economy.